Rustic Pasta Toss with Tuna and Tomatoes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Rustic Pasta Toss with Tuna and Tomatoes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This pasta salad is loaded with farm-stand squash and zucchini — and two pounds of tomatoes. Just combine the raw veggies with canned tuna and campanelle pasta for a beat-the-heat — and beat-the-clock — meal.

Ingredients

Pepper
1 lb. campanelle or fusilli pasta
2 medium zucchini
1 medium yellow squash
1 pt. cherry or grape tomatoes
1/4 c. pitted kalamata olives
1/4 c. fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic
2 can tuna in water

Instructions

Heat large covered saucepot of salted water to boiling on high. Add pasta; cook minimum time that label directs.
Meanwhile, trim zucchini and squash, cut into quarters lengthwise, then cut into thin slices crosswise. Slice tomatoes in half. Slice olives and finely chop parsley.
In large bowl, whisk vinegar, oil, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; stir in tomatoes.
Drain pasta well. Add to tomato mixture along with tuna, zucchini, squash, olives, and parsley. Toss until well mixed.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Tuna.

Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rustic Pasta Toss with Tuna and Tomatoes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Rustic Pasta Toss with Tuna and Tomatoes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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